Biking from Borderland State Park

An energizing 24-mile bike ride today started from Borderland State Park in Easton and went through Norton, Mansfield and Sharon. There are a number of good routes out of this beautiful state park.

Sue Scheible The Patriot Ledger @sues_ledger

EASTON -- Thanks to Rachel Thibeault of Brockton for organizing and leading another invigorating 24-mile bike ride today for the informal Thursday group of cyclists.

We started from Borderland State Park in No. Easton and traveled along mostly back roads through Norton, Mansfield and Sharon. It was a good ride for early in the season because there were plenty of flat sections with lovely scenery but also some gentle hills to get the legs in shape.

There are a number of good routes out of this beautiful state park at 259 Massapoag Ave. We didn't swing up to ride around Lake Massapoag but that's another possibility. (Parking is $5 or $6 unless you have a state DCR senior or seasonal pass.)

The state park encompasses 1,843 acres surrounding the Ames Mansion, which was built in 1910. There are also a road bike loop and mountain bike trails inside the park itself with great scenery, but I stick to the road biking circuit and appreciate having such a convenient starting point, with a welcome center and facilities.

Hiking - pick up a trail map at the Visitors Center or on line to plan your visit.
Family Biking - families enjoy biking on the three mile pond loop.
Mountain Biking - most trails are available for mountain bike use. Restrictions are on the pond edge, swamp and quiet woods trails. NEMBA Trail and Bob's trails were designed for serious mountain bike use. Please do not ride on wet days or spring thaw to preserve the trails.

For more Borderland State Park information, call 508-238-6566 or visit the web site.